Department Head- Biology

Position Title Head of the Department of Biology Job Summary In keeping with the President’s commitment to Tuskegee University becoming an “Outcomes-Oriented University,” the ideal Head of the Department of Biology will possess the willingness to use their expertise to assist in the university’s efforts to be a sustainable academic organization committed to excellence. Responsibilities Teach at least two courses each semester. Administer retention, student advisement, class schedule planning, and general supervision of teaching, service and related activities of the department. Develop best practices to recruit and retain scholarly students. Provide the vision and leadership to ensure greater entry of our students into clinical, biomedical research and professional careers. Pursue an independent scholarly research program, publish in peer reviewed high impact journals. Develop successful grant proposals to attract external funding to support the research program. Build productive and long‑term relationships with alumni and corporate sponsors. Mentor new faculty and foster a positive and growing environment. Work with faculty to support new professional development opportunities. Provide effective leadership to the department’s faculty who will be required to be innovative and proactive in teaching effectiveness. Assist in program and curriculum development. Ensure that all faculty follow department policies and procedures. Analyze all department related issues and provide immediate resolutions. Demonstrate collegiality and service to the college and the university community at large by serving on various committees. Lead faculty, students and staff acquiring and/or improving skills to support teaching, research and service. Uphold institutional policies in teaching, research and service to support student development and ensure compliance with deadlines in fulfillment of those policies as stipulated in the calendar. Promote programs for scholarship, professional growth, academic welfare, and personal development of faculty and students. Supervise and evaluate teaching effectiveness and improvement of instruction. Enforce approved reporting sequence Student‑Faculty‑Head‑Dean‑Provost‑President to ensure proper handling of academic matters. Preferred Qualifications Earned doctorate from an accredited institution of higher education and possess the qualifications necessary to hold a tenured position. Five or more years of college teaching in a related field to the appointment of associate or full professor with tenure. Experience with integrated practice and/or collaborative learning. Evidence of scholarly activity through publications. Evidence of strong track record of receiving external grant funds. Significant, relevant and successful experience in a comparable administrative leadership position in higher education. Work Conditions Full‑time position. Travel required. Night, weekend, and after‑hour work required. No grant or contract funding. Physical demands: exempt from FLSA. Skills and Attributes Ability to harness and manage financial resources. Demonstrate organizational and team‑building skills with the ability to foster productive relationships among students, faculty, staff and alumni. #J-18808-Ljbffr Tuskegee University